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11 May, 1982
13 Jul, 2013
Heroin and alcohol overdose
Canadian
Musician
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Cory Monteith was an American actor and singer who gained prominence due to his role as Finn Hudson in the hit musical comedy-drama series Glee. He was born in 1982 in Calgary, Alberta, and grew up in Victoria, British Columbia. He had a rough childhood due to his parents’ divorce and dropped out of school at the age of 16 to pursue a career in acting.
Monteith began his acting career by appearing in minor roles in television and films.
He got his big break when he secured the role of Finn Hudson in the television show Glee. Monteith’s performance as Finn Hudson received widespread critical acclaim. He also won numerous awards and accolades for his role.
Monteith also pursued a career in music, releasing two albums with his band Bonnie Dune and also performed with the Glee Cast on tours and albums. He also appeared on other films and TV shows.
Cory Monteith spent his final days in Vancouver, Canada. He checked into the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel on July 6, 2013, for a seven-night stay. On July 13, 2013, hotel staff found Monteith’s body in his room when he failed to check out as scheduled. He was 31 years old at the time of his death.
The British Columbia Coroners Service conducted an autopsy and toxicology report. They determined that Monteith died from a toxic combination of heroin and alcohol. The coroner classified his death as accidental. Investigators found drug paraphernalia in his room, including a spoon with drug residue and a used hypodermic needle. They also discovered two empty bottles of champagne.
Monteith left behind a powerful legacy in the entertainment industry. He was best known for his role as Finn Hudson on the hit TV show Glee. His portrayal earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Teen Choice Award.
Beyond acting, Monteith supported various charitable causes, including Project Limelight and The Trevor Project. His struggle with addiction and untimely death raised awareness about the dangers of substance abuse.
Monteith’s warmth, talent, and dedication to his craft continue to be remembered by fans and colleagues alike, years after his passing.
Cory Monteith
Cory Monteith
Male
Heroin and alcohol overdose
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Debater: Cory was an intelligent person who believed in following his passion for becoming an actor. He also wouldn’t turn down an opportunity to have fun.
Cory had a tough childhood thanks to his parents’ divorce when he was seven years old.
He worked as a bus driver and cab driver before making it big in Hollywood.
He dropped out of school at the age of 16 to pursue a career in acting.
He became so dependent on drugs that he started stealing.
Cory Monteith won a Hollywood Style Award in 2010
Cory won a Do Something Award in 2012 for Glee
He won a Teen Choice Award in 2011 for Glee